# Popup Zen – Small, Simple, Lightweight Email Optin

> Popup Zen has 10+ active installs, a 4.9/5 rating from 7 reviews and 78 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 35/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Popup Zen shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 4.9/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 35/100 on our health check.

**A WordPress popup that is ultra lightweight, simple to use, and small.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 2,278
- **Downloads (30 days):** 78 (+39.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.9/5 from 7 reviews
- **Health score:** 35/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 0.0.3
- **Last updated:** May 30, 2019
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.2.29
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.5+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Scott Bolinger (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/scottopolis/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/popup-zen/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [email opt in](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/email-opt-in/) | #4 | 8 |
| [lead generation](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/lead-generation/) | #75 | 291 |
| [Optin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/optin/) | #22 | 34 |
| [pop up](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/pop-up/) | #31 | 55 |
| [popup](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/popup/) | >100 | 471 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| email opt in | >100 | 2,702 |
| lead generation | >100 | 1,178 |
| Optin | >100 | 250 |
| pop up | >100 | 1,382 |
| popup | >100 | 5,207 |

## Version adoption

- 0.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Instant Popup Builder – Popup Maker for Videos, Forms, Offers, Announcements, Galleries & More](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/instant-popup-builder/) | 100+ | 5/5 (5) | Aug 20, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 2 | [WP Tactical Popup](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-tactical-popup/) | 50+ | 4.8/5 (5) | Jun 3, 2016 | 36/100 |
| 3 | [Gated Downloads – Lead Capture & Content Locker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/templatesell-gated-downloads/) | 30+ | — | Jul 31, 2026 | 58/100 |
| 5 | [YS LeadGen – Popup Builder & Lead Generation](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ysleadgen/) | 10+ | — | Oct 3, 2026 | 55/100 |
| 6 | [Simple Aweber Integration](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-aweber-integration/) | 10+ | 3.5/5 (2) | Jan 2, 2014 | 26/100 |
| 7 | [Camerce Popup Campaigns – Exit Intent, Email Opt-in & Announcement Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/camerce-popup-campaigns/) | <10 | — | Oct 4, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 8 | [Meadow Pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/meadow-pages/) | <10 | — | Sep 21, 2026 | 64/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Popup Zen free?
Yes. Popup Zen is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Popup Zen safe to use in 2026?
Popup Zen shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 4.9/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 35/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Popup Zen?
Popup Zen is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,278 times since it launched in March 2019. It was downloaded 78 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Popup Zen work with WordPress 7.1?
Popup Zen is officially tested up to WordPress 5.2.29, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Popup Zen last updated?
The latest version, 0.0.3, was released on May 30, 2019 (7 years ago).

### Who makes Popup Zen?
Popup Zen is developed and maintained by Scott Bolinger.

### What are the best alternatives to Popup Zen?
The most popular alternatives to Popup Zen are Instant Popup Builder (100+ installs), WP Tactical Popup (50+ installs) and Gated Downloads (30+ installs).


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